Pt Innocent
SENIOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST
About
Applying for Senior Physiotherapist position with strong experience in neurorehabilitation, complex care, respiratory physiotherapy, multidisciplinary working and patient-centred rehabilitation. Band 6 physiotherapist with post-qualification experience across neurological, respiratory, musculoskeletal and orthopaedic settings, including independent assessment, clinical reasoning, treatment planning, rehabilitation goal-setting, supervision of junior staff and contribution to clinical governance.
Experience
SENIOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST - FEDERAL UNIVERSITY CLINIC - UNIVERSITY OF BENIN TEACHING HOSPITAL, BENIN, EDO STATE, NIGERIA
(2023-11 - 2025-09)
- Conducted comprehensive, evidence-based physiotherapy assessments using advanced clinical reasoning skills to formulate accurate diagnoses and individualised treatment plans
- Managed a complex and varied caseload independently, including patients with multi-pathological or long-term conditions, ensuring safe and effective interventions
- Provided professional supervision, mentorship, and supported the junior staff, students, and physiotherapy assistants to promote clinical development and maintain service quality
- Worked collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team (MDT) to ensure holistic, patient-centred care and contributed to effective discharge and care planning
- Contributed to service development initiatives, audits, and clinical governance activities to improve patient outcomes and enhance departmental efficiency
- Implemented and promoted evidence-based physiotherapy interventions aligned with current clinical guidelines, research findings, and best practice standards
- Empowered patients through education, goal setting, and self-management strategies to promote independence and long-term health improvements
- Ensured all physiotherapy practices adhere to Health and Safety, Infection Control, and Data Protection policies while maintaining a safe clinical environment
- Engaged in continuous professional development (CPD) through reflective practice, attending training sessions, and maintaining a portfolio in line with HCPC standards
- Maintained accurate, concise, and timely clinical documentation and communicated effectively with patients, carers, and other professionals to support seamless care delivery
ROTATIONAL PHYSIOTHERAPIST - FEDERAL UNIVERSITY CLINIC - UNIVERSITY OF BENIN TEACHING HOSPITAL, BENIN, EDO STATE, NIGERIA
(2022-10 - 2023-10)
- Performed comprehensive physiotherapy assessments for patients across a range of specialities, including musculoskeletal, respiratory, neurological, and orthopaedic setting
- Developed and delivered individualised, evidence-based treatment programmes to restore function, promote independence, and improve patients' quality of life
- Worked effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT), contributed to shared decision-making, discharge planning, and holistic patient management
- Utilised sound clinical reasoning and analytical skills to identify patient needs, adjusted treatment goals, and evaluated progress in collaboration with senior staff
- Provided education, advice, and exercise programmes to patients, carers, and families to encouraged self-management and long-term rehabilitation
- Engaged in ongoing professional development through supervision, in-service training, reflective practice, and participation in CPD activities in line with HCPC standards
- Maintained accurate, confidential, and timely documentation in compliance with departmental, professional, and legal standards
- Participated in a rotation system, adapting to varied clinical settings and patient groups to develop broad-based skills and clinical experience
- Ensured adherence to Health and Safety, Infection Control, and Data Protection policies to maintain a safe environment for patients and staff
- Contributed to clinical audits, feedback processes, and quality improvement initiatives to support service effectiveness and continuous improvement
Education
Bachelor of Medical Rehabilitation - Physiotherapy - University of Nigeria (2021)
MSc - Health Promotion and Public Health - Ulster University Birmingham (2026)
